Can the Fusion Pro-glide MANUAL blades be used? Anyone try the Manual ones on a Power handle?
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The cartridges are interchangeable in terms of all fitting a Fusion handle, but the cartridges are NOT exactly the same. Just like Schick's Quattro line, the "power" cartridge is distinguished from the "manual" one by a small row that's supposed to help stretch out the face for a closer shave (per Schick's marketing) or to help guide the hair to the blade (per Gillette's marking) . Gillette calls this row a "microcomb." Gillette also claims that the ProGlide (both manual and power) Fusion blades are more advanced than the original Fusion blades, with sharper, thinner blades. They all seem to do a good job to me.
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It depends in the which razor handle yuo are using. If it is a fixed head, these load from the side: if, like my own, it has a swivel head, these load by depressing a button near the top of the handle and snapping into the back of the blade holder ensuring that the lubra-strip is uppermost, blades below.
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Yes the blades can be used. I have them on my mower. There is no difference as far as performance and they fill my bagger with no problems. My manual gives this blade as the current blade available. If you still have your manual, cross check the numbers and you will find that these are just fine.
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I have used both the Shark and Feather blades and they work perfectly. I don't see a reason why persona blades wouldn't work.
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I havnt owned the regular black handle version but I would guess no because this one is also very slippery. However the quality and sharpness of the blade makes up for it
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These blades work on a Trac II style handle OR an Atra handle. Hope this helps.
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Don't know if you saw my review or not. I use a Fusion also. It doesn't fit well, but it can fit. You just need to angle it a bit more - until the handle is almost parallel to the unit. This is not the recommended angle but I find that it still works - it restores my blade just fine.
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There is a "manual" but it is your basic parts, general safety, basic assembly, more safety and more safety. No directions on how to use the different blades. It is more trial and error. I suppose one could go to YouTube to get better hands-on directions.
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The back of the package states that all Fusion cartridges can be used with all Fusion handles, so as long as they say "Fusion" somewhere on the packaging, yes.
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I have the feeling the "manual" blades are exactly the same as the "power" blades. Gillette must have reasons to think we are not very smart...
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NO. An electric trimmer does not have the power to spin these blades. You need a 22 cu in gas engine to use this attachment.
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i prefer the gillette fusion power proglide because with chronic arthritis it makes easier to handle and the vibration helps lift your whiskers for a cleaner shave; however its a matter of preference and i recommend that you try both and decide which one you prefer,,,,,,,,,robert p. lacombe
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It is CERTAINLY not intuitive. Works well, though, so maybe it isn't a design flaw. Anyway, grasp the very end of it and twist COUNTER-clockwise (i.e., to the left). The end will "break" and slip off. I usually shave twice - the first time w/o power assist; the second time, with. Good luck to you.
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The Blades SLIDE-ON. Which is the best in my opinion. The razor handles last longer than those that have the two clips -one on each side. I dislike the the blades that click on to the handle also as the blades have a tendensy to "roll" off the their razor handle, when the razo gets clogged with soap.
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It seems to be designed to fit most standard razors such as the Mach 3 and similar razors. Some may not work if their handles are any thicker than a Mach 3 fusion. The main problem with this model is that the angle the razor sits at when in the handle makes it nearly impossible to shave correctly. I would recommend just taping a second razor to a dowel. It would be more effective and cost less. Just my suggestion.
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I wouldn't get them if I were you, they fit but not the same quality blades as the real pro glide ,
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Yes..If your talking about the Atra blades with the white plastic strip. I stopped buying them years ago due to the price. I've been using the knock off blades from the supermarket..My handle finally broke after a zillion years(25?)..Tis handle is good and I did purchase more of the blades that came with it..I think I got 50 for $8.00...I do have a little trouble inserting the blade. I just use a little more presure till you hear it snap in. It is not a polished shiny chrome handle. It's a dull chrome finish..Call it flat finish? I like it